Member for Kawana, Jarrod Bleijie MP has called on the Kawana community to help recognise local business women who are challenging the status quo and breaking new ground, by nominating them for the 2015 Telstra Business Women’s Awards.

Jarrod Bleijie said the Telstra Business Women’s Awards, now in its 21st year, provides a unique opportunity to showcase exceptional business women in the Kawana electorate.

“The Sunshine Coast has an incredible depth of business women who are achieving great things and demonstrating the value women bring to business and the importance of a diverse and equitable workforce.

“These women are creative and passionate individuals whose leadership and success play a crucial role in driving the nation’s productivity and performance, ensuring our country remains relevant and competitive.

“I urge the community to get behind our local business women by nominating them for the 2015 Telstra Business Women’s Awards as it is a great way to champion women and encourage other women to follow their own goals.”

State and Territory winners of the Telstra Business Women’s Awards will be named at evening events later this year. National awards including the prestigious title of Telstra Australian Business Woman of the Year will be announced at a gala dinner in Melbourne on Wednesday 25 November 2015.

To nominate or enter the Awards, go to www.womensawards.com or call the Telstra Australian Business Women’s Awards on 1800 817 536 for further information.